Comparison Console
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB vs Streamlight Survivor X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 148% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 X USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Survivor X stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$127Most expensive
US$115Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
337 g (11.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
179.2 mm (7.06 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
250 lmLowest output
Max candela
7000 cdLowest candela
50000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
167 m (548 ft)Lowest
447 m (1467 ft)Highest
Max runtime
225 minShortest runtime
900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery pack; also accepts CR123A lithium batteries
Rechargeable Lithium-ion or 3x AA alkaline (carrier not included)
Charging type
USB rechargeable
USB Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (charges in 5 hours)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP67
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
High-impact, super tough nylon
Use case profile
Best for
Right-angle flashlight useHands-free lighting when attached to gearProfessional, industrial, and outdoor tasks
Hazardous environmentsFirefightingSearch and RescueHands-free right-angle light use
Common praise
Bright 500 lumen output with balanced beamRugged and waterproof designConvenient USB rechargeable battery and multi-fuel capabilityHands-free use with clip and D-ring attachment
Durable construction with high impact resistanceLong runtime optionsGood beam distance and brightnessSuitable for hazardous environment useEasy operation with gloves due to large rubber switch button
Common complaints
No information on complaints in available sources
Battery carrier for alkaline batteries not includedRelatively heavy compared to small pocket flashlightsLimited information on exact dimensions for head and body diameter